Why Live in Pacific Ridge
Pacific Ridge in Des Moines, Washington, is a commuter-friendly neighborhood between Interstate 5 and Pacific Highway. Elevated streets give residents broad views of Puget Sound, Mount Rainier, and nearby mountain ranges. Housing includes quadplex apartments, single-family ranch-style homes on quarter-acre lots, and manufactured homes near the highway. The location between two major roads means traffic noise is a regular part of daily life. Mount Rainier High School has a strong reputation and features an International Baccalaureate program for college-focused students. Green space is a key part of Pacific Ridge, with parks that include playgrounds, walking paths, and sports fields. Midway Park sits close to the mobile home community and has a picnic shelter, play area, open lawn, and a basketball court that also works as a hard-surface soccer area. A separate community garden nearby gives residents space to grow food and attend gardening classes. Saltwater State Park is close and has beach access and wooded trails along the shoreline. Pacific Highway is lined with shopping centers, services, and Mexican restaurants such as California Burrito, Cemitas Tepeaca 2, and La Familia sports bar and lounge. Safeway handles most grocery needs. Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is about 5 miles north, and Interstate 5 connects to Seattle and Tacoma, each about 15 miles away, while local parks, coastal access, and dining spots give residents many things to do.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pacific Ridge a good place to live?
Pacific Ridge is a good place to live. Pacific Ridge is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with good transit options. Pacific Ridge is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Pacific Ridge has 4 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 31.7 people per acre and a median age of 33. The average household income is $65,015 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 13.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Pacific Ridge are renters, with 73% of residents renting and 27% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Pacific Ridge can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Pacific Ridge neighborhood guide.
Is Pacific Ridge, WA a safe neighborhood?
Pacific Ridge, WA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Pacific Ridge?
The median home price in Pacific Ridge is $325,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $65,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.37%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,620 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $69K a year to afford the median home price in Pacific Ridge. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Pacific Ridge is $65K.
What are the best public schools in Pacific Ridge?
The best public schools that serve Pacific Ridge are:
- Mount Rainier High School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 25:1 and an average review score of 3.6.
- Chinook Middle School has a C Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 3.5.
- Tyee High School has a C Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 17:1 and an average review score of 3.5.
What are the best private schools in Pacific Ridge?
The best private schools that serve Pacific Ridge are:
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Home Trends in Pacific Ridge, WA
On average, homes in Pacific Ridge, Des Moines sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Pacific Ridge, Des Moines over the last 12 months is $433,725, up 44% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$433,725
Median Single Family Sale Price
$597,475
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$325,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$300,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$210,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$317
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
24
Median List Price
$325,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
44%
